I have been playing this guitar for past two weeks now.
It has superb sound quality (even though its just a laminated top and not solid top) and the sustain is very good.
*NOTE*: The guitar doesn't come with a strap. I have purchased it from Amazon.
**PLAYABILITY**
Playability is soo good. Its an easy recommendation for beginners. Easy on the fingers. There are no sharp edges at the fretboard.
**INTONATION**
I was amazed by the spot on intonation ; not a hair flat (or sharp for that matter). I don't know if the Bajaao team did the setup or it came straight out of the factory like this but the setup is great though the action is a little high (which might be because of the humidity) but its not a factor for me as long as the intonation is well adjusted.**
**TUNING MACHINE HEADS**
The tuning machine heads are so good at keeping the strings in tune. You could easily play for 3-4 days without needing to tune (unless you are bending strings a lot). The machine heads are smooth to operate as well.
**STOCK STRINGS**
I don't know what strings it came with; but I got a hanging tag which said "Strung with DAddario EXP" so I am just accepting them to be DAddarios. I don't know about the string gauge as well but looks like 11-52. The strings are great and projects powerfully with long sustains.
**PADDED BAG**
The quality of the bag is great. It is properly padded with neck protection too. It has two big pockets to store your accessories.
I paid extra 150/- for extra protection but I was not impressed by that. It was just one sheet of bubble wrap. I would have paid only 50/- for that.
I was skeptical at first to own an Alvarez but boy oh boy I am impressed and I am happy I got such a huge discount!! Its a steal! Highly recommended.